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The cost of independent living in Gastonia is about $3,602 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 8 options. Read 87 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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They listen to my Mothers needs and were quick and efficient. Yes, we would definitely recommend Carolina Care Retirement Community to other families based on the experience so far.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
A Charming Place….Carolina Care Retirement Cottages is located in Cherryville, NC: a small town full of warm hospitality about 40 miles outside of Charlotte, NC city limits. We provide an active, independent, fulfilling home life without the worry of maintenance/repairs, or cooking, through the...
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They are very attentive to the clients needs. I would make sure they know whether their parent/patient needs Independent or Assisted Living. Apartments have a range of sizes per price-point...Some Cool...
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Located in the heart of Charlotte, Myers Park and Dilworth neighborhoods.
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The staff is pleasant, pleasant, knowledgeable, returned our calls, professional demeanor, well spoken. We expect more activities when the apartments are more fully booked. The food is fantastic. The dining...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
The Village on Morehead has ushered in sophisticated retirement living in the Queen City. Surrounded by the heritage neighborhoods of Eastover, Myers Park and Dilworth – its impeccable finishes, Aspenwood service detail, dining and resort-style amenities make it the premier address. Impressive,...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care, Independent Living
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Cost of independent living in Gastonia, NC

The average cost of senior living in Gastonia is $3,602 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Lincolnton, NC with an average of $3,478 per month.

Independent living costs in Gastonia, NC, vs. nearby cities

Gastonia, NC
$3,602/mo
$3,716/mo
$3,494/mo

Independent living costs in Gastonia, NC, vs. state and national averages

Gastonia, NC
$3,602/mo
U.S. national average
$4,167/mo

Independent living costs in Gastonia, NC, vs. other senior living options

$5,070/mo
Independent Living
$3,602/mo

Independent living costs in Gastonia, NC, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$7,824/mo
Studio
$6,339/mo
1 Bedroom
$6,095/mo
2 Bedroom
$6,011/mo
Detached Cottage/Bungalow
$2,756/mo

Senior living costs in Gastonia vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: Gastonia, NC
Column state: North Carolina
Column national: U.S.
Community typeGastonia, NCNorth CarolinaU.S.
Independent Living$3,602/mo$3,700/mo$4,167/mo
Assisted Living$4,517/mo$4,433/mo$4,835/mo
Memory Care$5,070/mo$5,282/mo$5,614/mo
Independent Living
Gastonia, NC:$3,602/mo
North Carolina:$3,700/mo
U.S.:$4,167/mo
Assisted Living
Gastonia, NC:$4,517/mo
North Carolina:$4,433/mo
U.S.:$4,835/mo
Memory Care
Gastonia, NC:$5,070/mo
North Carolina:$5,282/mo
U.S.:$5,614/mo
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Independent living costs in Gastonia, NC, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in Gastonia and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in Gastonia, NC

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in Gastonia have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
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Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
Gastonia, NC$4,175/mo$4,009/mo+4.1%
North Carolina$3,579/mo$3,416/mo+4.8%
National$3,246/mo$3,166/mo+2.5%
Gastonia, NC
2024 average cost:$4,175/mo
2023 average cost:$4,009/mo
Percent change:+4.1%
North Carolina
2024 average cost:$3,579/mo
2023 average cost:$3,416/mo
Percent change:+4.8%
National
2024 average cost:$3,246/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+2.5%
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What families are saying about independent living in Gastonia

Recent reviews for independent living in Gastonia

The Dorchester South in Pineville, NC

4.5
The food options, the activities and the safety the community provides is something we likes most about The Dorchester South community. For activities they have different outings every week as well as party and get togethers. Based on our experience so far, we would recommend the community to ...
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Carolina Care Retirement Community in Cherryville, NC

5.0
Carolina Care Retirement Community is very clean and maintained. A great value for the price. The other nearby residents are friendly and quiet. The staff has been very helpful from the time we requested information through now. The housekeeping staff is efficient, dependable and trustworthy. ...
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The Manor in Pineville, NC

5.0
We just moved the end of July and have found all the staff to be very friendly and very helpful. It’s been nice to be able to walk outdoors into the courtyard. We feel it is a safe environment.

Gastonia independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in Gastonia independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in Gastonia, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in Gastonia independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of Gastonia partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
33.3%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
33.3%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
33.3%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in Gastonia independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of Gastonia communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
33.3%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
50%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
33.3%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
33.3%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in Gastonia independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in Gastonia offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
50%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
16.7%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
33.3%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
33.3%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
50%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
66.7%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
33.3%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
33.3%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
33.3%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
33.3%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
50%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
16.7%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
33.3%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
33.3%
46.4%
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